Candidate Information Booklet – Sláinte Healthy Communities Local Development OfficerLongford County Council is one of Local Authorities in the Republic of Ireland. TheCouncil has responsibility for the delivery of a wide range of services which are necessary tothe physical, economic, social and cultural life of County Longford, with a focus on makingLongford an attractive place to live, work and invest.The following comprises the areas of service delivery in Longford County Council:• Economic & Community Development • Fire & Emergency Services• Local Enterprise • Environment• Planning • Finance• Cultural & Recreational Services • Information Services• Infrastructure • Corporate Services• Water Services • Human ResourcesHousingThis is an opportunity to gain employment in the role of Sláinte Healthy Communities LocalDevelopment Officer with Longford County Council.Longford County Council is committed to a policy of open and fair recruitment,in line with good practice, recruitment & selection standards, employmentlegislation and relevant circulars from the Department of Housing, LocalGovernment & Heritage.This Candidate Information Booklet is intended to provide information on thepost of Sláinte Healthy Communities Local Development Officer and theselection process, and candidates are advised to familiarise themselves with thedetailed information in advance of submitting their application.Candidates should satisfy themselves that they are eligible under theQualifications to apply for the post of Sláinte Healthy Communities LocalDevelopment Officer.Where a candidate provides false or misleading information or has deliberatelyomitted relevant information on their application form this may result in theirdisqualification from the competition.LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL SHCLDO/Candidate Information Booklet – Sláinte Healthy Communities Local Development OfficerSláinte Healthy Communities Local Development OfficerThe PositionThe Sláinte Healthy Communities (SHC) Local Development Officer will report both to the designatedOfficer in Longford County Council and the SHC National Manager and will be instrumental inorganising and assisting the SHC Local Implementation Team. The SHC Local Development Officer willbe employed through a Service Level Agreement (SLA) with Longford County Council and will workwith the local community, through the Local Community Development Committee (LCDC), its memberagencies, and other Community and Voluntary Fora, to assess the needs of the local area, to preparereports and to provide feedback to the LCDC, Longford County Council's Management Team, and theSHC National Development Officer.The purpose of the Sláinte Healthy Communities Programme (SHCP) is to implement change and tofocus on the social determinants of health. The SHC Local Development Office will have responsibilityfor promoting and facilitating engagement between the local community, through the LCDC and PPN,local agencies and services, the local authority and the HSE and Tusla.The SHC Local Development Officer will have responsibility for engaging with the LCDC who willprovide the oversight structure with the SHC Local Implementation Team.The SHC Local Development Officer will ensure that the plan for the Longford area is reviewedregularly and will work with the local community to maintain an audit of local needs, to establish howbest to tackle problems and to ensure co-ordinated delivery of services and investment.The SHC Local Development Officer will be supported by the SHC National Manager who will providementoring and act as a forum to exchange experiences and learning. Start-up training, on-goingsupport and monitoring will be provided to the SHC Local Development Officer by the SHC NationalManager. The SHC National Manager will also act as a central source of information on activities andprogrammes in operation and provide updates on their progress.This role will support the delivery of the emerging outcomes framework for Healthy Ireland in ,and the WHO European Healthy Cities Network (Phase VIII) objectives at local and regional levels. Therole prioritises actions to improve the wider determinants of health through local government'sstatutory and developmental responsibilities, with a strong emphasis on empowering communities,research and innovation, intersectoral collaboration, data management and evidence-informeddecision-making.Role & Duties of the PostThe purpose of the Sláinte Healthy Communities Programme (SHCP) is to implement change and tofocus on the social determinants of health. The SHC Local Development Office will have responsibilityfor promoting and facilitating engagement between the local community, through the LCDC and PPN,local agencies and services, the local authority and the HSE and Tusla.The duties of the post will include, but are not limited to, the following:• Work intensively with identified disadvantaged areas and marginalised groups to co-designhealth and wellbeing interventions that reflect local priorities.LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL SHCLDO/Candidate Information Booklet – Sláinte Healthy Communities Local Development OfficerApply principles of empowerment, participation, social justice, and equality in all aspects ofplanning and delivery.Work with relevant local Sláinte Healthy Communities Programme services (e.g., HSE, familysupport, education providers) to ensure integrated and improved delivery of health andwellbeing initiatives promotion and support programmes.Use and gather relevant local datasets to target communities experiencing the greatest healthinequities and build evidence case for resource allocation or intervention.Develop a -year Sláinte Healthy Communities Work Programme based on local need andpriorities - established from innovative and participatory community engagement and needsassessment exercises with Annual Action Plans comprising of seed funding to action localpriorities.Map, align and leverage local authority activities that influence the wider determinants ofhealth and include within relevant Healthy Ireland data gathering exercises.Advise elected members and senior executives on relevant policies and programmes related tohealth, equality, and wellbeing.Facilitate Community Health and Wellbeing Networks and support the development of localwellbeing forums, and wellbeing leadership initiatives within communities.Work confidently and sensitively with elected representatives, senior executives, and cross-sectoral leaders to address health and wellbeing inequalities.Act as a catalyst and connector across directorates and sections (e.g planning, transport,housing, environment, community) to align activity with health and wellbeing objectives.Champion whole-system, place-based, preventative approaches to health and wellbeing,working across local authority directorates and with external partners to create enablingenvironments that foster wellbeing for all.Explore resource mechanisms across all Government Departments and at EU level to addresslocal community priorities.Leverage research, data, innovation, and WHO/EU collaboration to encourage localgovernment leadership in improving health and wellbeing outcomes.Develop or contribute to funding bids in conjunction with communities to resource localpriority initiatives.Capacity to influence, align, and coordinate across internal directorates and externalstakeholders and demonstrate partnership management and stakeholder engagement skills e.gco-ordination of Sláinte Healthy Communities Local Implementation Team.Use local data, research, and evidence to shape decisions and measure outcomes and .Represent the Local Authority in regional and national networks and international platformssuch as the WHO European Healthy Cities Network.Drive whole-of-local-government, whole-of-community and whole-of-place approaches towellbeing, focusing on the social, economic, environmental and cultural determinants ofhealth.LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL SHCLDO/Candidate Information Booklet – Sláinte Healthy Communities Local Development OfficerCOMPETENCIESKey competencies for the post of Sláinte Healthy Communities Local Development Officer are given inthe table below. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate sufficient evidence within theirapplication form of their competence under each of these headings. Take particular note of thecompetencies below listed as any shortlisting or interview processes will be based on the informationprovided by the candidate in their completed application form.Demonstrates experience in the management or coordination of cross-sectoral orcross-departmental initiatives that impact on community wellbeing.Ability to lead change processes in partnership with internal and externalstakeholders.MANAGEMENT & • Demonstrates the ability to develop and maintain positive and beneficialCHANGE relationships with relevant stakeholder interests.Demonstrates an understanding of local authority change dynamics, includingpolitical considerations and inter-agency working.Effectively manages the introduction of change; fosters a culture of creativity instakeholders and overcomes resistance to change.Demonstrates Project planning and delivery skills—especially in settings involvingmulti-stakeholder coordination.Proactively identifies problems, areas for improvement and contributes to solutions.A strong focus on prevention, equity, and sustainability in local government orDELIVERING community service delivery.RESULTS • Ability to use data, evidence, and performance indicators to monitor progress andinform resource allocation.Demonstrates the ability to contribute to operational plans and develop team plansin line with priorities and actions for their area of operation, having regard tocorporate goals, operational objectives and available resources.Demonstrates effective skills in engaging and empowering communities—especiallymarginalised or underserved groups.Demonstrates confidence in influencing political and executive leadership to supportPERFORMANCE wellbeing priorities.THROUGH PEOPLE • Leads, motivates and engages others to achieve quality results.Effectively identifies and manages conflict and potential sources of conflict.Demonstrates capacity to foster trust, listen deeply, and navigate competingpriorities.Commitment to equity, inclusion and community empowerment.Demonstrates resilience, initiative, and a proactive approach to solving complexproblems.Maintains a reflective practice approach, learning from experience, data, andPERSONAL feedback.EFFECTIVENESSIs enthusiastic about the role and is motivated in the face of difficulties andobstacles.Demonstrates a curiosity and openness to research, innovation, and EU opportunity.Operates effectively in an environment with significant complexity and paceLONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL SHCLDO/Candidate Information Booklet – Sláinte Healthy Communities Local Development OfficerDemonstrates understanding of the role of Healthy Ireland Programmes and WHOEuropean Healthy Cities Network in the context of wider local authority servicedelivery.Demonstrate awareness of Community Development Principles and a strongunderstanding of the Social Determinants of Health to support delivery of HealthyIreland priorities – with clear understanding of the roles that housing, transport,planning, environment, and social infrastructure play in shaping health andKNOWLEDGE, wellbeing.EXPERIENCE AND • Demonstrates knowledge & understanding of the structure and functions of localSKILLS government and in particular working across boundaries and with elected members.Demonstrates knowledge of current local government issues, future trends andstrategic direction of local and national government and at WHO/EU level.Has relevant administrative experience of compiling, preparing and presentingreports, and budget and financial and resource management skills.Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of research methods, datamanagement and innovative approaches to their work. LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL SHCLDO/Candidate Information Booklet – Sláinte Healthy Communities Local Development OfficerSláinte Healthy Communities Local Development OfficerQUALIFICATIONS. CharacterCandidates must have on the latest date of receipt of completed applications:(a) be of good character with a friendly, open and outgoing disposition is essential(b) have the ability to stay focused and resilient under pressure(c) the capacity to interact effectively with local elected members and people from a broadrange of sectors including local development/community organisations.(d) have the enthusiasm for meeting and working with a variety of people and groups on anon-going basis. HealthEach candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect ofability to render regular and efficient service.. CitizenshipCandidates must, by the date of any job offer, be:(a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States ofthe European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway; or(b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or(c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on thefree movement of persons; or(d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stampvisa: or(e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act orany family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and hasa stamp visa or(f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in,an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp visa.. Education, Training and Experience etc.Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms:A third-level degree (NFQ Level or higher) in a relevant field such as community/sportsdevelopment, youth work, social sciences, public health, social policy, public administration,planning, or related discipline. A minimum of years' relevant experience in any of the following:(a) Local government, public sector, or similar roles involving strategic planning, projectcoordination, or community engagement.(b) Work with disadvantaged communities or target populations to address social exclusionor inequality.LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL SHCLDO/Candidate Information Booklet – Sláinte Healthy Communities Local Development Officer(c) Cross-sectoral coordination or partnership development.(d) Policy development, research, or evaluation related to the determinants of health.(e) Operating effectively within political, community and policy-making environments,demonstrating ability to work across boundaries of role, sector and geography.(f) Project management and delivery, budgeting and performance-monitoring experience.. Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Attitude etc.Knowledge and understanding of Sláintecare Reform, Healthy Ireland OutcomesFramework.Experience of building, managing and nurturing partnerships and relationships across awide range of key stakeholdersAn understanding and/or experience of local government structures and politicalenvironmentFacilitation and group-work skills.Understanding of those who experience health inequalities.Experience of report writing, strategic planning and funding application processesEffective communication skills.Excellent IT & administration skills, including MS Word, Excel & Power PointExperience in managing budgets and finances and experience with processing paymentsAn understanding and/or experience in gathering qualitative and quantitative data,analysis, research and evaluation to policy and practice.Appreciation of use of social media and varied communication platformUnderstanding of multi-level governance and/or experience of working across local,regional, national and European contexts.LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL SHCLDO/Candidate Information Booklet – Sláinte Healthy Communities Local Development OfficerPARTICULARS OF EMPLOYMENT. The Post The post is wholetime (i.e. hours per week) and appointment may be permanent or temporary.. Location Longford County Council reserves the right to assign the successful candidate to any premises in use bythe Council, now or in the future.The person appointed will be required to report to their place of work by their own means of transportand at their own expense.. CommencementLongford County Council shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up suchappointment within a period of not more than one month and if they fail to take up the appointmentwithin such period or such other longer period as the Council in its absolute discretion may determine,Longford County Council shall not appoint them.. Working Hours The person appointed will be required to work a -hours per week, Monday to Friday. A flexibleworking system is in operation. Longford County Council reserves the right to alter the hours of workfrom time to time.All hours worked are subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation ofWorking Time Act,, and the Organisation of Working Time Regulations,. Longford CountyCouncil requires employees to record their hours using a Clocking system.. Reporting Arrangements Sláinte Healthy Communities Local Development Office will report both to the appointed SeniorOfficer in Longford County Council/Chief Officer, LCDC, as designated by the Chief Executive and to theSHC National ManagerA system of regular appraisal will be operated during employment, which will involve discussionsbetween the employee and the line manager regarding performance and conduct.. ResidenceThe holder(s) of the office shall reside in the district in which his/her duties are to be performed orwithin a reasonable distance, thereof.. Probationary Period of Employment There shall be a period after appointment during which the appointee will hold the position onprobation. The period of probation will be prescribed by the Chief Executive. Employment may beLONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL SHCLDO/Candidate Information Booklet – Sláinte Healthy Communities Local Development Officerterminated during the probationary period should service be deemed by the Chief Executive to beunsatisfactory. Employment may be terminated at the end of the probationary period unless the ChiefExecutive has certified that the employee had satisfactory service. Tenure of employment followingprobation will be subject to satisfactory service.. Remuneration The current salary scale for the post of Sláinte Healthy Communities Local Development Officer is€, - €, (LSI) gross per annum (Circular EL /), the rate of remuneration may beadjusted from time to time in line with Government Circulars.On appointment successful candidates will be placed on the first point of the point of the salary scale.Appointment to a higher point of the salary scale may apply to candidates employed elsewhere in thepublic service, subject to verification of service history.Remuneration is paid fortnightly by Pay-Path directly to the employees nominated bank account. Thecurrent wage pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment. Remuneration is subject toall statutory deductions, e.g. P.A.Y.E. and P.R.S.I. Increments are paid annually subject to satisfactoryattendance, conduct and performance and national agreements. Increments may be withheld ifperformance, attendance and/or conduct are not satisfactory.. Superannuation & Retirement A person who becomes a pensionable employee of the County Council will be required in respect oftheir Superannuation to contribute to the Local Authority at the appropriate rate.The terms of the Local Government Superannuation (Consolidation) Scheme as amended or thePublic Services Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act or the Public Service Pensions(Single Scheme & Other Provisions) Act will apply as appropriate on appointment.Retirement age for employees is dependent on their relevant contract of employment, with dueconsideration being given to the rules of the Superannuation Scheme to which they belong.For appointees who are deemed not to be "new entrants" as defined in the Public ServiceSuperannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, retirement is compulsory on reaching years ofage.The minimum retirement age for "new entrants" to the public service as defined in the PublicService Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act is. There is no mandatoryretirement age.Effective from st January,, The Single Public Service Scheme applies to all first-time newentrants to the public service, as well as to former public servants returning to the public serviceafter a break of more than weeks:Retirement age is set, initially, at years; this will rise in step with statutory changes inthe State Pension Contributory (SPC) age to years in and years in .Compulsory retirement age will be .. Annual Leave The current annual leave entitlement for Sláinte Healthy Communities Local Development Officer isdays per annum. The Chief Executive of Longford County Council retains autonomy with regard tooffice closures, (e.g. Christmas Office Closure), any days arising from such closure will be reserved fromthe employee's annual leave entitlement. Proposed office closure days will be reviewed and advised toall employees each year.LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL SHCLDO/Candidate Information Booklet – Sláinte Healthy Communities Local Development Officer. Driver's Licence & Insurance Longford County Council employees may on occasion be required to use their car on official business.In such situations the employee must hold a current clean driver's licence and have available adequatemeans of transport.It is the responsibility of the employee to arrange the appropriate car insurance cover for business useand to indemnify Longford County Council with the indemnity specified on your insurance certificateunder the heading "Persons or classes of person who are covered". Documentation to confirm theappropriate insurance cover will be required to be supplied to the Council on an annual basis.. Code of Conduct/Organisation Policies Employees are required to adhere to all current and future Longford County Council codes of practiceincluding Code of Conduct of Employees and all current and future organisational policies including,but not limited to Health and Safety, Communications, Data Protection, Equality, Staff Mobility,Attendance Management and Use of Electronic Equipment.. TrainingEmployees are required to attend and participate fully in training programmes as may be decided bythe Council from time to time and to apply their learning in the course of their daily working activities.. Health and Safety Regulations Longford County Council as an Employer is obliged to ensure, so far as it is reasonably practicable theSafety, Health and Welfare at Work of all of its employees. Under the Safety, Health and Welfare atWork Act, the County Council has a legal duty to exercise all due care and take all protective andpreventative measures to protect the Safety, Health and Welfare of its employees.All employees also have a legal obligation under Safety and Health legislation to co-operate withmanagement and not engage in any improper conduct or behaviour or do anything, which would placethemselves or others at risk. Employees must not be under the influence of an intoxicant at the placeof work.Employees must comply with all Safety and Health rules and regulations and attend all required Safetyand Health Training.. Outside Employment The position is whole-time, and the employee may not engage in private practice or be connected withany outside business which would interfere with the performance of official duties.Important NoticeThe above represents the principal conditions of service and is not intended to be thecomprehensive list of all terms and conditions of employment which will be set out in theemployment contract to be agreed with the successful candidate.LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL SHCLDO/Candidate Information Booklet – Sláinte Healthy Communities Local Development OfficerSELECTION PROCESS. How to Apply Only fully completed applications forms will be accepted.Please ensure that:. your application is made on the official application form only and sent via email in pdf formatto – do not attach or include your CVNOTE: your CV will not be accepted as an application or as part of your application.. you fully complete all sections of the application form and include all relevant, detailed andaccurate information. Applications must be in typed format.NOTE: any offer of employment is subject to the information given on your application formbeing true. False/misleading information or deliberate omissions may result in termination ofemployment.. you include a copy of your educational certificates as part of one pdf application. you submit your application on or before :pm, Friday rd October .Forward your completed application form via email to Applications submitted after the closing date will not be acceptedApplications forms must be submitted by email in pdf formatApplications submitted by hand, post or fax will not be acceptedClaims in relation to the late receipt of application forms will not be entertained.Admission to this competition, or an invitation to take tests or to attend for interview does notinfer that you fulfil all the requirements for appointment.Applications submitted by email will be acknowledged automatically. Please keep thisacknowledgement as proof of delivery and receipt of your application. If you do not receive an acknowledgement within hours, please contact the Human ResourcesDepartment immediately at / or by email:It is the responsibility of candidates to ensure the proper application format, delivery and receiptof their applications. Longford County Council may need to contact you during the competition's selection process. It isimportant that the contact details (i.e. your postal address, email address and phone number)given on your application form are correct and accessible by you.Longford County Council will not accept responsibility for communication not accessed or receivedby you.LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL SHCLDO/Candidate Information Booklet – Sláinte Healthy Communities Local Development Officer. Selection Process Stage – Submission of Application Form via emailCandidates interested in applying for the position of Sláinte Healthy Communities Local DevelopmentOfficer should submit their completed application with supporting documentation form via email inPDF format to Completed Application Forms must be submitted on or before :pm, Friday rd October .Each completed application must include a copy of all educational qualifications declared in theapplication form.Failure to submit a completed application form, with all required supporting documentation, by thespecified deadline will result in the application being deemed invalid and it will not be permitted toproceed any further in the selection process.Stage – Initial ScreeningAll completed application forms received by the stated closing date & time will be screened to ensurethat they meet the minimum eligibility criteria for the position of Sláinte Healthy Communities LocalDevelopment Officer in accordance with the declared Qualifications (as given on page of thisbooklet).Candidates who demonstrate that they meet the required eligibility criteria, their application willprogress to the Step of the selection process.Candidates who fail to demonstrate that they meet the minimum eligibility criteria required, theirapplication will be deemed invalid and will not progress any further in the selection process.Stage – ShortlistingLongford County Council reserves the right to shortlist applications, it is very important therefore, thatcandidates provide accurate, clear and comprehensive information in their completed applicationforms.Shortlisting may take the form of:. desktop-shortlisting process, where a board will be assigned to examine the informationprovided by the candidate and assess it against criteria required for the position, and/or. an online shortlisting interviewCandidates who are shortlisted may have their application scored and ranked in order of merit. Basedon the score awarded their application may progress to Step of the selection process. For candidateswho are not shortlisted, their application will not progress any further in the selection process.Stage –InterviewOn completion of the Stage of the selection process, successfully shortlisted candidates may beinvited in batches, to attend for interview.LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL SHCLDO/Candidate Information Booklet – Sláinte Healthy Communities Local Development OfficerAn independent interview board will be established by the Chief Executive of Longford CountyCouncil. The board will comprise a Chairperson and two other members, who will have expertknowledge in the relevant field. The objective of the board is to establish the applicant's suitability forthe post and to rank the successful candidates in order of merit for appointment.The interview will be the candidate's opportunity to demonstrate that they possess the requiredcompetencies, knowledge, skills and experience. The objective of the board is to assess the candidate'sresponses against agreed criteria and to identify the candidates who best meet the competenciesrequired.Longford County Council will issue advance notice of the date and time of the interview. It is theresponsibility of the candidate to make themselves available for interview on the date and timenotified and to ensure that they can attend their interview or successfully connect to the onlineinterview.Requests to reschedule notified interview dates or times cannot be accommodated.Candidates who do not attend/connect for their interview at the time and on the date advised will bedeemed to have withdrawn their application from the competition and their application will receive nofurther consideration.Expenses incurred by candidates in attending for interview will be the responsibility of the candidate.Candidates who are successful in the interview process will be qualified for appointment in order ofmerit and placed on a panel. This panel may be used to fill both permanent and temporary SláinteHealthy Communities Local Development Officer vacancies that may arise during the life of thepanel.It should be noted that placement on a panel may not necessarily lead to a job offer. The selectionprocess is not concluded until sought references are received and all other clearance checks, e.g.Garda Vetting, occupational health, verification of education qualifications, etc, have been carried outto the satisfaction of the Council.Candidates on the Sláinte Healthy Communities Local Development Officer panel who satisfy all therequirements for the post may be offered employment subject to:. Their place, in order of merit, on the panel. The requirements of Longford County Council.Should a candidate decline an offer of employment or having accepted an offer of employmentrelinquish it prior to commencing in the post, they will be deemed to have withdrawn theirapplication from the competition.. FeedbackCandidates shall be notified of the outcome of each stage of the selection process as soon as possible.If, following the interview, a candidate is placed on a panel they shall be informed of their position onthe panel. Details of marks attained in the interview process will be provided upon receipt of writtenrequest.LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL SHCLDO/Candidate Information Booklet – Sláinte Healthy Communities Local Development Officer. Deeming of candidature to be withdrawnCandidates who do not attend for interview when and where required by the Longford CountyCouncil or who do not, when requested, furnish such evidence as required by Longford CountyCouncil within the specified timeframe, regarding any matter relevant to their candidature, will bedeemed to have withdrawn their application from the competition.. ReferencesApplicants are required to advise the names of two responsible persons to whom they are well knownbut not related.In advance of any offer of employment, Longford County Council reserves the right to seek bothwritten and verbal references from current and previous employers, educational institutions or anyother organisations with which the candidate has been associated. Longford County Council reservesthe right to determine the merit, appropriateness and relevance of such references and referees.Information sought from referees shall be structured around the requirements of the job and the jobdescription, person specification and/or competency profile provided.. Verification of Education QualificationsPrior to appointment, the candidate will be required to present the original parchment of theircertificate, diploma and/or degree and any other supporting documentation required by the Council*,to the Human Resources department in order to verify their qualifications.Non-Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality andQualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish NationalFramework of Qualifications, overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by atranslation document.. Pre-Employment MedicalPrior to appointment the candidate will be required to complete a Health Declaration and to undergoa medical examination, at their own expense, by a qualified medical practitioner nominated by theCouncil. On taking up employment the expense of this medical examination will be refunded.. Garda ClearanceGarda Vetting will be sought in accordance the National Vetting Bureau (Children and VulnerablePersons) Acts to and the applicant will be required to fully cooperate with this process.. CanvassingAny attempt by a candidate, or by any person(s) acting at the candidate's instigation, directly orindirectly, by means of written communication or otherwise influence in the candidate's favour, anymember or employee of the Council or person nominated by the County Council to interview orexamine applicants, will automatically disqualify the candidate for the position being sought.LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL SHCLDO/Candidate Information Booklet – Sláinte Healthy Communities Local Development Officer. ConfidentialityLongford County Council, in its recruitment and selection procedures, has appropriate measures inplace to protect the confidentiality of all applicants. All enquiries, applications and other aspects thatform part of the recruitment formalities are treated as confidential and are not disclosed to anyone,outside of those directly involved in the recruitment process - subject to the provisions of the Freedomof Information Acts, -.Records created, maintained and stored by Longford County Council as part of the recruitment andselection process are subject to a range of legislation, including Freedom of Information and DataProtection. Longford County Council shall comply with the National Records Retention Policy () andany other relevant records retention policies.LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL SHCLDO/Candidate Information Booklet – Sláinte Healthy Communities Local Development Officer. Who can I contact if I have a query in relation the Recruitment Campaign for Sláinte HealthyCommunities Local Development Officer?The Candidate Information Booklet provides comprehensive information relating to the selection process forthis recruitment campaign. However, if after reading this information booklet you require any additional/furtherinformation - please forward your query by email to:. I have submitted my application form. What happens next?Longford County Council will carry out an eligibility check on all application forms to ensure that they meet theminimum eligibility criteria for the post as set out by the Department of Housing, Local Government andHeritage. If you do not meet the minimum eligibility requirements for the post, based on the information givenin your application form, you will not be invited to interview.Depending on the number of candidates remaining at this stage of the competition it may be necessary to holda shortlisting process. The shortlisting process may take the form of either a desktop exercise (based on theinformation contained in the application forms) or a shortlisting interview.. What happens on completion of the shortlisting process?Longford County Council will contact all applicant's advising them of the results of the shortlisting process.Candidates who are shortlisted at this stage will be invited to attend for interview. It is your responsibility toattend for interview on the date and time notified. An alternative dates and times cannot be facilitated.. What happens after undertaking the final interview?Candidates who are successful in the interview process will be placed on a panel and ranked in order of merit.This panel may be used to fill both permanent and temporary vacancies for the post of Sláinte HealthyCommunities Local Development Officer, that may arise during the life of the panel.Please note that being placed on a panel is not a guarantee that you will be appointed to the position of SláinteHealthy Communities Local Development Officer. If I am offered employment, where will I be based?The management of Longford County Council reserve the right to assign employees to any premises or businesssection as required in accordance with the business needs of the organisation.. How will Longford County Council communicate with me throughout the Recruitment andSelection Campaign?Longford County Council may contact you by phone, email or post at various stages throughout the selectionprocess. Any change to the contact details provided that occur during this recruitment campaign should benotified by email to LONGFORD COUNTY COUNCIL SHCLDO/